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Meet Our Team
Gayle Desmeules
President/CEO, earned an M.A. in Leadership and Training, and is a Qualified Mediator and member of the ADR Institute of Alberta and Canada, and a citizen of the Otipemisiwak Métis Government, the Métis Nation in Alberta. She has a diverse background providing restorative resolution services for municipalities, government agencies, Indigenous-led projects, education, human resources, child and family services, police, and the criminal justice system. She's a roster family mediator for Alberta Justice, and an Informal Conflict Management Practitioner for the Office of the Deputy Ombud, Workplace Well-Being, Global Affairs Canada. See Annual Ombud Report 2024–2025
Skilled in restorative engagement, fostering climates of respect and intercultural understanding to support multi-stakeholder collaboration and strong team dynamics, which are essential for positive, productive workplaces.
When conflicts arise, formal procedures for addressing misconduct can lead to fractured relationships, such as stigma, alienation, and marginalization. Informal, voluntary conflict resolution methods, used either as alternatives or alongside formal ones, aim to repair harm and restore climates of respect. These approaches can address community issues related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Culturally grounded restorative engagement services offer an effective platform for aligning organizational goals with relevant sections of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) and Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Calls to Action.
Gloria Brathwaite
Specializes in applying restorative practices to address various issues. Certified as a Social Worker and a trained Restorative Justice Facilitator, Gloria also holds a certification in Communication-Alternative Dispute Resolution. Guided by curiosity, research, and a genuine desire to engage meaningfully, Gloria ensures her strategies remain innovative and aligned with evolving needs. She recognizes the importance of healing and restoring relationships on both individual and societal levels. A dynamic and compassionate professional, Gloria brings a unique blend of expertise, empathy and strategic vision to her work in restorative practices.
Cora Martin
Cora is a Metis practitioner who earned a Bachelor of Arts from MacEwan University and took the Communications and Mediation Training Certificate programs at ADR Institute of Alberta. Her experience as an Indigenous Family Court worker in Calgary, along with her Restorative Justice training and facilitation background and her role as an Alberta Justice Civil Roster Mediator, gives her unique insight into the benefits of Alternative Dispute Resolution. She’s passionate about helping people work through conflict. Skilled in facilitating collaborative and courageous conversations by ensuring parties feel heard and respected.
